Newcomen Engine House

This is a memorial to Thomas Newcomen, born in Dartmouth and inventor of the Atmospheric Steam Engine. His engine heralded the industrial revolution of the 18th century.

The Dartmouth engine was built at the end of the 18th century and is a direct descendant of his first engine, built in 1712, to pump water out of mine shafts.

Opening Times

2008/09 - Low 1 Nov 2008 - 23 Mar 2009

Tickets Information

Road Directions

A3122 to Dartmouth. Tourist Information Centre is in Mayors's Avenue car park in centre of town.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Totnes and Paignton stations. Bus 111 from Totnes.

 Facilities

Accessibility

• All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
• Guide Dogs Permitted
• Ramp/Level Access

Payment Methods

• Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Children's groups must be over 8 years.
• Max group size - 20
• Min group size - 10

Tours and Demonstrations

• Educational Visits Accepted